As Mental Health Awareness Month is in its final two days, , the Kansas Department of Agriculture reminds all those in the Kansas agriculture community that mental health needs to be a priority all year round. As farmers and ranchers face unavoidable pressure from the daily challenges that are part of agriculture, from unpredictable weather to fluctuations in commodity market prices, added stress can be difficult to manage.
The Kansas Department of Agriculture, has developed a website to provide resources and support to those dealing with AG-related stress. The website can be found at kansasagstress.org. The site features resources and support for every member of the family, from teens to aging adults. Unique resources are also available to assist our farmer veterans, who face the issues that come with farming, along with the possible challenges of being a military veteran.
The Kansas Department of Agriculture and the State of Kansas are committed to serving Kansas farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses and the customers they serve. They have made it a priority to provide support and assistance to Kansans battling AG-related stress and mental health struggles.
